Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering Co-op in Avionics – Fall 2026

GE Aerospace • Kentwood, MI

5d • $20

About The Position

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Job Summary: Help invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely as a GE Aerospace intern or co-op! You’ll build professional and technical skills in an aerospace systems & defense role working on challenging, real-world problems to design aerospace systems for commercial and military applications & support through service life. Build relationships with interns/coops and leaders and prepare for a potential full-time position after graduation in one of our fantastic leadership programs or a direct hire opportunity. You will gain broad exposure to the engineering field with an array of opportunities ranging from design & analysis to working hands-on with aerospace systems. Ultimately, you'll be placed taking your preferences into account while also considering your major, year of schooling, and business needs at the time of placement.

Requirements

• Due to the nature of our projects, US Citizenship is required.
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA off a 4.0 scale without rounding.
• Attending a full time matriculated and nationally accredited baccalaureate or graduate program in engineering (degrees accepted: Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering).
• Willingness and ability to work in the United States; primary locations are: Grand Rapids, MI.
• Reliable transportation, many of our sites do not have public transportation available.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
• Due to the nature of our projects, US Citizenship is required.
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
• GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Nice To Haves

• A solid commitment to a career in technology and a passion for engineering
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with honesty, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed, and takes initiative
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, and collaborative teamwork
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenge existing processes, critical thinker
• Strong knowledge of computer and Microsoft products
• Proficiency in at least one programming language

Responsibilities

• An Aerospace Systems & Defense intern/co-op may experience work in the development of engine controls, navigation, & guidance systems; gas turbine engine components; electrical power systems; mechanical systems; vehicle health & data management systems; mission systems; computing systems; and platform systems integration.
• Responsibilities may include design, analysis, development, and testing, writing software requirements, software testing, simulation, tool development and product/program support.

Benefits

• GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• Pay rates for this position begin at $20/hour and increase for each undergraduate year completed.
• Relocation support and housing assistance is available for those who relocate to a new city.
• GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees